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About Rotator Cuff Surgery

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Do I need surgery to repair a rotator cuff tear?
Most rotator cuff tears are treated with non-surgical therapies, such as cold compression therapy and physical therapy.

However, rotator cuff repair surgery may be needed in the following cases:

The rotator cuff tear was caused by a sudden injury. In these cases, it's best to operate within a few weeks of the injury.

A complete rotator cuff tear causes severe shoulder weakness.

The rotator cuff has failed to improve after 3-6 months of conservative nonsurgical treatment (such as physical therapy).

You need full shoulder strength and function for your job or activities.

What surgery options are available for rotator cuff repair?

Open shoulder surgery.

A mini-open repair with arthroscopic assistance.

A fully arthroscopic surgery.

Days admitted : Usually rotator cuff repair is done as an outpatient procedure.
In some cases you will need to stay 1-2 days at the hospital.

Anesthesia : General anesthesia or a nerve block.

Recovery : Recovery can take 3–6 months, with a sling being worn for the first 1–6 weeks.